Job Details for Official Court Reporter Court Name/Organization Illinois Southern District Court Overview of the Position The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Official Court Reporter. This is a part-time permanent position located in Benton. Hours may vary, but incumbent will be expected to work a minimum of 24 hours per week with availability for additional hours incurred depending on court schedules. An Official Court Reporter is responsible for the verbatim reporting of proceedings held before U.S. District Judges and Magistrate Judges and for the transcription of those proceedings upon request. Although employed en banc, the Official Court Reporter will be primarily assigned to a Senior Judge and Magistrate Judge. The position reports to the Operations Manager. Occasional travel to the East St. Louis courthouse will be required. Location Benton, IL Opening and Closing Dates 09/15/2026 - 10/01/2026 Appointment Type Permanent Classification Level/Grade Level 1 to Level 5 Salary $57,270 - $68,727 Announcement Number 2026-11 The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.